Network Scanning in Ethical Hacking

What is the primary purpose of network scanning in ethical hacking?

• To gain unauthorized access

• To disrupt network operations
  

• To identify vulnerabilities and weaknesses

• To install malware

Which of the following is NOT a type of network scan?

• Port scanning

• Vulnerability scanning

• Social engineering

• Banner grabbing

What is the role of a port scanner in network scanning?

• It identifies open ports on a target system.

• It encrypts data during transmission.

• It prevents network attacks.

• It patches security vulnerabilities.

Why is it important to obtain proper authorization before conducting network scanning?

• It's not important; scanning can be done without authorization.

• Unauthorized scanning can lead to legal and ethical issues.

• Scanning is always anonymous, so authorization is unnecessary.

• Authorization only matters for external networks.

Which ethical consideration is crucial when conducting network scanning?

• Conduct scans without notifying the network owner.

• Share all scan results publicly.

• Document findings and report them responsibly.

• Exploit vulnerabilities found during scanning.